Technical Writer – Editor II

🕒 October 6

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

⚔️ Virginia – Remote

💵 $30 - $35 / hour

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔏 Technical Writer

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FedWriters

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201 - 500 employees

Founded 2010

🤝 B2B

🏛️ Government

📚 Education

B2B • Government • Education

FedWriters is a company that specializes in facilitating effective communication for government agencies, particularly NASA's Aeronautics division. They translate intricate technical subjects into accessible formats, including engaging web stories, publications, and social media content. Additionally, FedWriters provides a range of services including technical writing, policy and rulemaking support, and compliance with accessibility standards, while also focusing on enhancing operational efficiency through innovative solutions.

📋 Description

• Edit and proofread HHS written materials to comply with federal plain-language guidelines using FWI plain-language software • Edit, proofread, and consult on reports, memos, emails, graphics, figures, charts, social media content, business and technical documents, and educational materials • Edit, proofread, and format contract deliverables, including English literacy promotion materials, community outreach materials, meeting agendas, annual reports, and final reports • Attend project status update meetings at least biweekly, contribute to meetings, and take meeting minutes • Make revisions requested by HHS OMH by established deadlines • Produce accessible English-language content across digital, broadcast, and print media • Develop plain-language English communications for audiences with limited English literacy • Develop materials at an appropriate reading level, generally sixth to eighth grade • Use clear structure, active voice, common vocabulary, short sentences, and visual aids where appropriate • Adhere to federal plain-language guidelines and HHS health literacy best practices • Preserve accuracy, cultural appropriateness, accessibility, and health literacy standards for diverse LEP communities • Develop communications promoting awareness of and access to HHS programs and health priorities among LEP communities • Manage multiple editing tasks in a deadline-driven environment

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, journalism, or a similar field of study • At least four years of experience working as a Technical Writer/Editor or supporting a communications or public affairs office, preferably in a federal government context • At least four years of experience editing, proofreading, and formatting in Microsoft Word • At least four years of experience producing publication-ready documents in Adobe Acrobat • Highly responsive, responsible, and able to complete assignments promptly in a deadline-driven environment • Must be eligible for an HHS Public Trust security clearance • Intermediate to advanced 508 compliance skills in Microsoft 365 and/or Adobe Acrobat software are desired • Federal government, government contracting, or public health experience preferred but not required

🏖️ Benefits

• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance • Life Insurance • 401(k) Plan • Holiday Pay • Paid Time Off • Internal promotions • Professional development • Recognition and rewards programs